Why plants?

I love plants so i searched a long time for a dataset about plant care but kept coming up short. I decided to make my own dataset and make a list of some of the most common household plants. At first I was focused on water and sun needs, since usually that is what I look at when choosing a plant. But then I extended my dataset to include other attributes as well. At first I was thinking of it as a nice poster but then I realized I could make an interactive dataset that would make it easier for people to select their next plant.

About the data

I did extensive research on each houseplant on the iternet. I found good sources on botany to tell me what I wanted to know about each plant. I collected the data in Excel, I listed the water and sun needs, if the plant needed direct or indirect sunlight, whether it improved air quality and if it was toxic.

Water and sun needs for each plant

Select the plants you have in your household and find out how much sun and water they need

Overview of plant qualities

Closer Look

The first dandelion shows water and sun needs The second dandelion shows if it improves air quality and if it is toxic The third dandelion shows if it needs direct or indirect sunlight and if it blooms